Big framed defenseman with a hard shot from the blueline. Was a really good shot-blocker.
Also an excellent skater who made smart decisions on the ice.
Mostly remembered for scoring the tying goal against Sweden with seconds to go at the 1980 Winter Olympics.
Excelled as a student and became a dentist (oral surgeon and maxillofacial specialist) after his playing career. In addition to implants, denture fittings and other surgeries, Baker performed major jaw surgeries, treated trauma and jaw fractures and lacerations.
His Lake Placid jersey is on permanent display at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington.
NHL totals: 143-7-25-32
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